Bill > SB355

This bill addresses how employers must handle court judgments related to wage payments by introducing new requirements for judgment debtor employers. Specifically, within 60 days of a final judgment against an employer requiring payment to an employee or the state, the employer must provide documentation to the Labor Commissioner showing either that the judgment is fully paid, a required bond has been posted, or the employer has entered into an approved installment payment agreement. If an employer fails to comply, they will be subject to a $2,500 civil penalty. Moreover, if the employer does not respond, the Labor Commissioner will send a written notice warning that the unsatisfied judgment will be submitted to the Employment Development Department's Tax Support Division as a potential tax fraud case. If the employer still does not comply within 90 days of receiving this notice, the Labor Commissioner must then provide the Employment Development Department with a summary of the judgment and detailed identifying information about the persons or entities liable for payment, including names, social security numbers, taxpayer identification numbers, and addresses. The bill aims to ensure employers are held accountable for court-ordered wage payments and creates a mechanism for state agencies to track and potentially enforce these judgments.

Budget and Finance, Justice, Labor and Employment

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